Longleaf Whorlflower Plant Care
Morina longifolia Wall. ex DC.
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Morina longifolia, the Himalayan whorlflower or long-leaved whorlflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, native to the foothills of the Himalayas. A perennial hardy to USDA zone 6a, it is recommended for borders and beds, in courtyard, cottage, gravel and rock gardens, but is subject to rot if there is too much shade.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Longleaf Whorlflower?
Water Longleaf Whorlflower every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Longleaf Whorlflower?
Longleaf Whorlflower (Morina longifolia) belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family within the Morina genus. Longleaf Whorlflower is native to the foothills of the Himalayas.
Longleaf Whorlflower displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Longleaf Whorlflower produces showy spikes of pink or white flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Longleaf Whorlflower?
Morina longifolia requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Longleaf Whorlflower Need?
Longleaf Whorlflower thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Longleaf Whorlflower Prefer?
Morina longifolia grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Longleaf Whorlflower prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Longleaf Whorlflower?
Well-draining, loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Longleaf Whorlflower to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Longleaf Whorlflower?
Feed Longleaf Whorlflower every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Longleaf Whorlflower?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Longleaf Whorlflower?
Longleaf Whorlflower can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to morina kokanica plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Longleaf Whorlflower Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Longleaf Whorlflower, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Longleaf Whorlflower?
Longleaf Whorlflower is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leafhoppers. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Longleaf Whorlflower Need?
Longleaf Whorlflower grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Longleaf Whorlflower is native to the foothills of the Himalayas. In cooler regions, grow Longleaf Whorlflower as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Longleaf Whorlflower is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Morina genus — compare its care with other Morina species on PlantoScan.
Morina is part of the Caprifoliaceae plant family — browse all Caprifoliaceae genera and species.
Longleaf Whorlflower thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Morina longifolia Wall. ex DC., family Caprifoliaceae (first published in Prodr. 4: 644 (1830)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Longleaf Whorlflower, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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